One

Has it only been one year?

One year since you came into my life and turned it upside down?

Was the last time I slept for 8 hours straight a mere 12 months ago?

Has it only been 52 weeks since weekends disappeared from my life?

Was it only 365 days ago that I could spend a whole day reading on the sofa?

Have I spent only a thousand hours breastfeeding you?

Have I changed only four thousand nappies?

Has it only been one year?


Yes, it's only been one year.

Only 12 months ago that I held you in my arms for the first time.

Only 46 weeks since that first magical moment when you looked at me and smiled.

Only 365 days of the wonder of watching you become you.

Only a million smiles and kisses and hugs.

Yes, it's only been one year.

One year since you came into my life and turned it right side up.

Happy first birthday, Moppet!

Material girl

How to boogie, Moppet style!

Step 1: Posture
Take your stance with your knees slightly bent, butt pushed out, and arms raised.

Step 2: Shake That Booty
Move up and down in time to the beat, wiggling your butt as you go.

Step 3: Wave Your Arms
As the tempo builds, twist your upper body from side to side, keeping your arms raised. A dash of hand flapping adds style to this step.

Step 4: Get Down
For the climax do steps 2 and 3 together. If you do it right, it should result in a graceful flop-bot, wherein you fall backwards and land on your butt.

Step 5: The Grand Finale
Give your audience a big smile, and wait for the applause.